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  • $259,900

    42 Helen Drive, New Britain, CT 06053

    3beds
    1,124sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1951
    6,969 Square Feet Lot
    $264,600 Zestimate®
    $231/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Charming and well-maintained Cape-style home featuring a newer roof (just a few months old). This inviting property offers 3 bedrooms-one conveniently located on the main level, along with a full bath and two on the upper floor and a main-level laundry room for added convenience. Enjoy a spacious kitchen, separate dining and living rooms, and a gas stove. Step outside to a large fenced-in backyard complete with an above-ground pool, a rear deck perfect for entertaining, and a welcoming front porch to relax and unwind. This will not last!
    78 days
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    1,343
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    104
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Ramon E. Matos (860)268-3984,

    Matos Level Eminent Realty 860-268-3984

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24172854MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Electric
      Cooling
      • Wall Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Basement: None
      • Attic: Access Via Hatch
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,124
      • Total interior livable area: 1,124 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,124

      Property

      Features
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: Above Ground
      • Fencing: Full
      Lot
      • Size: 6,969 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 645040
      • Zoning: S3

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1951

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: New Britain

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $231/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $119,420
      • Annual tax amount: $4,679
      • Date on market: 5/5/2026

        Estimated market value

        $264,600

        $251,000 - $278,000

        $2,396/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/30/2026Pending sale$259,900$231/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24172854 Report a problem
        6/16/2026Listed for sale$259,900$231/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24172854 Report a problem
        6/3/2026Pending sale$259,900$231/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24172854 Report a problem
        5/24/2026Listed for sale$259,900$231/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24172854 Report a problem
        5/12/2026Pending sale$259,900$231/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24172854 Report a problem
        5/9/2026Listed for sale$259,900+62.4%$231/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24172854 Report a problem
        9/2/2021Sold$160,000+14.4%$142/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170411573 Report a problem
        7/1/2010Sold$139,900+133.2%$124/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/15/2009Sold$60,000-45.5%$53/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #G543918 Report a problem
        10/13/2004Sold$110,000+214.3%$98/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/11/1999Sold$35,000$31/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,679 -1%$119,420
        2024$4,728 +3.4%$119,420
        2023$4,571 +15.7%$119,420 +49.6%
        2022$3,950 $79,800
        2021$3,950 -2%$79,800
        2020$4,030 $79,800
        2019$4,030 $79,800
        2018$4,030 +4.3%$79,800 +4.3%
        2017$3,864 $76,510
        2016$3,864 +3.1%$76,510
        2015$3,749 $76,510
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 06053

        Getting around

        51 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        30 / 100
        Some Transit
        51 / 100
        Bikeable

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